Benton Institute for Broadband & Society
Invitation OnlyWilmette, Illinois · EIN 13-6075750 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2025)$10K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$500
Total assets$3.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $2,500.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
100% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Press | Florence, MA | Public media | $5,000 |
| Shlb | Washington, DC | Public media | $2,500 |
| Ucc Office of Communication | Falls Church, VA | Public media | $1,500 |
| Trpc Inc | Mckinney, TX | Public media | $500 |
| Public Knowledge | Washington, DC | Public media | $500 |
| Georgetown University | Washington, DC | Public media | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,500 | 6 |
| 2024 | $7,711 | 7 |
| 2023 | $9,500 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601329349102825
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 13-6075750
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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